SkyGrid, a Boeing, Avathon Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services.
The SkyGrid team is looking for a Avionics Systems Integration Lead (going forward referred as IPT lead) responsible for the development, integration, and testing of a high integrity  system, which hosts safety of human life functions for UAM (Urban Air Mobility) operations. The high integrity system shall be developed in accordance with ARP 4754A/B and DO178C standards, therefore the IPT lead shall demonstrate previous experience in leading the design and qualification of avionic grade systems or similar. This person will be the technical lead of a multidisciplinary integrated team composed of system engineers, software engineers, V&V (Verification & Validation) engineers, and autonomy engineers. The IPT Lead is responsible for technical decisions, planning, executing, and delivering the associated documentation and software according to the program plan. This person coordinates team activities with the other IPT leads and reports the progress to the System Engineering Manager and the Chief Engineer. Performance Objectives:Release the system specifications for upcoming design reviews. Update the safety critical system design and architecture within the System/Subsystem Design Description following finalization of the design trades.   Support R&D gate maturation reviews as needed.  Responsibilities:Lead safety-critical system design to enable UAM flight monitoring and traffic surveillance per industry standards.Lead development, decomposition, and tracking of safety-critical system requirements from initial design to formal validation and verification activities.Lead development, modeling, and documentation of safety-critical system functional and physical architecture.Lead identification of safety-critical system interfaces and support integration of data service providers.Support development and review of verification planning and documentation.Support component procurement and conduct system trade studies.Support technology maturation of advanced system functionality per industry standards.Supervise the estimation, development, and tracking of Hardware and Software tasks using tools such as JIRA.Deliver integrated system hardware and software according to the program plan.Provide executive status reports to leadership as required during weekly status checks and monthly Program Management Reviews.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Systems, Software, Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Engineering or related STEM degree from an accredited university or college10+ years of experience working in a highly technical, safety-critical, aerospace-related industry5+ years of experience as a technical team leader with responsibilities for development, implementation, and qualification of complex avionics, controls, or other safety-critical systemsExperience with aerospace certification programs, considering all phases of the Systems Engineering design lifecycle: ConOps, requirements development, system / software architecture, system verification, and certificationFamiliarity with SAE ARP4754B and ability to support the System Safety process per SAE ARP4761AUnderstanding of software development processes according to RTCA DO-178C, DO-278A, and DO-331Effective communication skills, self-driven, and capable of participating in senior leadership discussionsMust demonstrate the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersAble to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersStrong understanding of systems engineering principles and practices, requirements, and tools (e.g., Polarion)Demonstrates mastery of system architecture concepts and understands the implications of choices down to the implementation levelPreferred Qualifications:· Familiarity with network communication systems (e.g., client-server architecture)· Familiarity with air operations and/or UAM/AAM operations and concepts· Advanced Engineering degree (Masters) from an accredited institution· Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools (e.g., Cameo)· Familiarity with traffic surveillance, aeronautical databases, weather dataJoin Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits:Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill developmentEngaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.